SEGA is excited to reveal details about the prologue, main characters, and stages of SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, a brand-new 2D action platformer coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam.
Prologue
A paramilitary faction known as ENE Corp seizes territories across the world, decimating their defenses in little time. Only one threat to their dominion remains: the Oboro Clan, led by the legendary Joe Musashi. Aware of the danger they pose to his ambitions, Ruse, the mastermind behind ENE Corp, launches a full-scale assault on Oboro Village. Musashi and his allies must fight back and put an end to ENE Corp’s reign of terror
Characters
Joe Musashi – The protagonist. Head of the Oboro Clan, a tribe of ninjas that has protected peace from within the shadows for generations. Though he’s a man of few words, his clan puts their utmost trust in him.
Lord Ruse – The mastermind behind the paramilitary organization ENE Corp. He commands his troops with callous tact and an iron fist. Fearing the might of the Oboro Clan, he sets in motion a plan to eliminate them once and for all.
Yamato – Joe Musashi’s canine companion. Yamato can grow larger to aid Joe in battle or carry him on his back.
Tomoe – A spirited young member of the Oboro Clan who is fully devoted to Joe Musashi’s tutelage. She dreams of becoming a ninja strong enough to shield the clan from any danger.
Naoko – Joe Musashi’s wife. Kind and mild-mannered as she is, she isn’t afraid to offer Joe valuable advice and support from time to time.
Stages
Oboro Village – Master jumping, rolling, and other basic commands as you glide across the dojo and bamboo groves! On a training excursion to Oboro Village, Musashi and his students encounter rival ninjas and discover that the village is under attack.
The Chase – Race through this bonus stage while dodging flames, kunai, and other hazards! When Ruse leaves Oboro Village alongside a colossal beast, Musashi gives chase atop Yamato.
In SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, you will utilize vehicles and ninja tools to conquer a variety of stages.